FAS Drugs Laboratory Technician
Delivering expert forensic drug analysis and specialist advice to support justice across the East Midlands
Join us as a FAS Drugs Laboratory Technician where you’ll be working as part of a five-force collaboration of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire you’ll process and deliver the preservation, identification, examination and reporting analysis of illicit drugs examinations.
You’ll support the FAS Drugs Reporting Scientists in the routine reporting of streamlined forensic reports and witness statements for the five forces.
You will provide specialist advice and knowledge regarding the FAS Drugs Laboratory.
What you’ll be doing
- Use a range of specialist techniques and equipment within the FAS Drugs unit
- Process and report results of analysis to accredited standards
- Provide professional levels of customer services and be responsible for the reception and return of submissions to the unit
The must haves
- Hold a science-based qualification, degree in forensic science, chemistry and pharmacology or have experience working within an accredited laboratory
- Able to work under pressure, prioritising and planning workloads
- Good problem-solving skills and commitment to continuous improvement
What’s in it for you?
By joining us, you will be part of a team of highly skilled, professional, and dedicated colleagues and partners, who are committed to policing with integrity. We offer a range of exciting career pathways, formal training, secondments, mentoring and development opportunities to improve your skills and help you progress your career. We offer continued professional development, through events, guest speakers, and training for everyone. Your skills will help keep people safe.
What’s next
Please click apply to complete your application, telling how you meet the essential/desirable criteria by highlighting your skills and experience.
To support you with your application we have provided some application useful guidance and our recruitment process.
- Vacancy closes on 21 August 2025 at 23:55
Who we are
We are a collaborative unit of officers and staff tackling the most serious, organised, and violent crime, counter terrorism and extremism and providing forensic services on behalf of the region.
To find out more about EMSOU visit our website.
EMSOU has a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality, we celebrate difference and encourage diversity of thought.
EMSOU are Disability Confident Committed.